Information Technology

Our IT team is responsible for designing, transforming and developing the core IT functions that support our policy, operational and corporate objectives.

Many of our core system software applications have been developed in-house, including those pivotal to Australia's banking and financial systems. Our critical infrastructure and applications are maintained by our employees and graduates have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects that impact the lives of all Australians.

Graduates with technical and non-technical skills are well suited to IT roles at the RBA. We offer outstanding opportunities to work hands-on with leading-edge technologies within industry-aligned frameworks. We are looking for graduates who are passionate about technology and want to be part of a team that embraces innovation, working closely with the banking industry, Commonwealth government and foreign central banks.

Our IT Program

This is a two-year program comprised of four six-month placements. We offer a supportive environment
with training and coaching that helps you develop industry skills. You can choose between technical
and non-technical pathways and will contribute to policy work that makes a difference to all Australians.

Rotations

Graduates in our program may complete rotations in the following areas:

Software development (.NET, Java and mobile)

Project management, business analysis and change management

Strategy and enterprise architecture

IT Security (analytical, testing and consulting)

Strategic planning

Infrastructure engineering and development

Business intelligence (architecture, development and analysis)

Data Science

Collaboration platform development (Microsoft SharePoint)

Innovation Lab

Key Dates

12 February 2020: Applications open.

11 March 2020: Applications close.

April 2020: Assessment and face-to-face interviews.

May 2020: Program offers to applicants.

February 2021: Program commences.

The Bank reviews applications as it receives them and may invite suitably strong candidates to undertake assessments immediately.

Eligibility Criteria

We are looking for graduates who are passionate about information technology and have a desire to learn and succeed.